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Charlie Watts dies at 80

Charlie Watts dies at 80

As it has been reported by the most reputable press agencies (Reuters, Associated Press) and news services (BBC, Sky News, CNN), Charlie Watts – the man behind the drums for The Rolling Stones since 1963 – passed away yesterday. A...
Profiles: Joey Jordison (Slipknot)

Profiles: Joey Jordison (Slipknot)

On Monday, July 27, the world received the news of the death of Joey Jordison – former drummer of Slipknot. Joey died at the age of 46. A family representative said he died “peacefully in his sleep,” but did not specify the cause...
Drummer Profiles: Viola Smith

Drummer Profiles: Viola Smith

Last month we learned about another irreparable loss to the world of drums. Viola Smith, one of the first professional female drummers in the world, a real pillar of the drumming community and pioneer of the percussion industry, passed away on...
The greatest Yamaha drummers: Tony Thompson

The greatest Yamaha drummers: Tony Thompson

Yamaha is one of the most renowned brands in the musical instruments market (and not only that), but also in drums. As the company celebrated its 50th year in the drumming world not so long ago, we thought it would be a good idea to present the...
The greatest Yamaha drummers: Mike Bordin

The greatest Yamaha drummers: Mike Bordin

Yamaha is one of the most renowned brands in the musical instruments market (and not only that), but also in drums. As the company celebrated its 50th year in the drumming world not so long ago, we thought it would be a good idea to present the...